<p>Thanks for the info…I am currently leaning towards the econ major rather than the business one anyways, especially because I could see myself moving back to Switzerland at some point in the future, and a econ degree is very versatile and valuable there (not to say a business one isn’t, though). I think if I were to attend NU as undergrad, it would be definitely be for econ, rather than a combined sort of program.</p>
<p>So here’s what I have so far…</p>
<p>Univ. of Florida
Boston College
UMich
Northwestern
UChicago
Cornell
UPenn</p>
<p>I’d say the last 4 are reaches, and then BC/Mich seem to me like matches, with Florida as a safety? Can anyone comment on the FA at BC or UMich?
Also, what about Vanderbilt for econ?</p>
<p>BC is need-blind, their reputation in the New England area for FA is excellent, probably one of the reasons why so many people wish to go there! Very competitive! </p>
<p>Full disclosure: My H is an alum, we do enjoy going to atheletic events at BC.</p>
<p>If you’re thinking about Cali, think about Pomona/CMC. Both have superb econ programs. I am a current soph Econ major at Pomona who was also a QB Finalist.</p>
<p>Would it be fair to say that the 6 reaches there are all good in economics/business, and I have a chance at getting into one of them? Also, they are all good with FA, correct?</p>
<p>I feel like UMich would be a great school for me, but I’ve read that financial aid as an out-of-state applicant would make it unrealistic…Is that right?</p>
<p>I have a free app to use for University of Miami…I think they are need blind and give good FA, is that correct? Can anyone comment on the econ/biz programs there?</p>
<p>I think I will submit an app there, SLUMOM. Thanks for the help.</p>
<p>Informative, ND sounds like a great school, especially for business, but I’ve read it’s incredibly expensive and it would cost more than my parents make in a year…What’s their FA like?
Same with the two California schools.</p>
<p>ND is very expensive. It is the same price as BC, but you may not get as much aid. If cost is really a concern, you may want to check out your state schools or lower ranked schools (Northeastern, Bentley, etc.)</p>
One of “the two California schools” mentioned is a California public, with the bulk of their institutional aid reserved for instate students. The other is a private university that guarantees to meet 100% of need for all undergraduates. It might be useful to know which is which…</p>
<p>You could also check out Babson College, which always flies under everybody’s radar, about 14 miles from Boston. </p>
<p>Average % of Need Met: I saw 92%, which is just an average, of course.<br>
If they met your need, it might be great fit for you, it is also a 50k plus school.</p>
<p>So basically, USC would be able to help me out financially, and UCLA is a no-go, correct?
From what I’ve seen on here, ND does not seem to help out to much with money, so I don’t know about it. I know it’s a great school though.
I’ll look at Babson, but to be honest, I think I’d rather stay at UF if it came down to those two being my only acceptances or something.</p>
<p>Just gonna bump this up quickly as I am leaving for soccer practice right now, maybe I’ll have some new replies when I get back. Here’s my list so far…Is it safe to say that these are academic (and also somewhat financially) good targets?</p>
<p>Match
University of Florida
University of Michigan (Not sure about FA)
Boston College
USC</p>
<p>Consider keeping Claremont on the list. They meet 100% of need with NO LOANS. So you could take loans to meet your EFC if you need to. Also they have some self funded loans (through the school) at 0% interest. I think you would be a good candidate. BTW they are excellent in Econ and also very highly ranked overall they are #9 on Forbes 10 Best</p>
<p>Wow, I had no idea about that…I think then that I could replace UMich with CMC, because I think with my financial situation, UMich is not really possible.
Thanks a lot!</p>
Yes - depending on your financial aid eligibility, of course.</p>
<p>USC uses the CSS/Profile to determine need, so the amount you are expected to contribute may differ from your FAFSA EFC. Use the “Institutional Method” calculator available at The College Board website to get a rough estimate.</p>
<p>USC’s financial aid is excellent, but it is not a “no loan” school. All need-based packages include subs and unsubs Stafford loans of $5,500 ($3,500 subs plus $2,000 unsubs) freshman year, $6,500 ($4,500 subs plus $2,000 unsubs) sophomore year, and $7,500 ($5,500 subs plus $2,000 unsubs) jr and sr years.</p>